Question

On the basis of the context clues, the meaning of disapprobation could be: _____. Select all that apply.

*rumors
*disapproval
*rejection
*anger

Answer 1

disapproval

rejection

Answer 2

The correct answers are:

• Disapproval
• Rejection

One can immediately spot a strong similarity between the words "Disapprobation" and "Disapproval", and they are in fact related to one another, as disapprobation is defined as "total disapproval or condemn".

Knowing the definition of both disapproval and rejection, it is possible to point out a clear connection between the two, making them both members of the definition of disapprobation.

Another key element to spot would be the dis- prefix, which means "apart" or "away", which carries part of the meaning of these three words.